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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1915

Page

9

Liberty Bell in San Antonio Welcomed by Thousands

The Liberty Bell arrived in San Antonio amid large crowds and festive pageantry. Thousands of schoolchildren and adults gathered on Grand Avenue to greet the bell, with Shriners and temple guards forming a guard of honor. Delays from rain and train timing disrupted planned ceremonies, but officials welcomed Mayor Blankenburg and local dignitaries as the bell was escorted to its exhibition site.

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Autmotive crash kills 13 year old Albert Ducos

Albert Ducos, 13, was killed when an automobile driven by Lang collided with a bicycle at the Commerce Street intersection. Ducos died of a skull fracture after being thrown to the pavement. Lang surrendered to police. he was charged with negligent homicide. The mother and brother were in the car. condition of others not reported. The incident is under county homicide investigation.

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French War Order Placed Bets Uncertain Nine Million Grenades

Pittsburg November 17 French government agents have pressed for a nine million hand grenade order to be manufactured in France. Steel makers report only shells were requested and paid for, with manufacturers unused to such ordnance reluctant to experiment. More foreign agents are in the Pittsburg area seeking steel products amid escalating China tensions and broader export demand.

Pittsburg Brance China

Weather Observations From Multiple Cities Report

Weather notes show temperatures ranging from 22 to 46 degrees across various locales. Winds shift from southeast to northeast with light to moderate speeds, and partly cloudy to cloudy skies reported.

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Private bids for warships reveal giant dreadnought plans

Private bidders submitted proposals for two new super-dreadnought battleships authorized by Congress. The ships, displacing about 25,000 tons and length over 1,000 feet, will feature long clipper bows, triple turrets with fourteen inch guns, and advanced bulkheads. They aim to surpass the Nevada in armament, protection, and speed, with a 20 knot design and electric drive discussed as a future option.

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Strike at Postoffice in Parrmont West Virginia

About 25 clerks and carriers at the Parrmont post office walked out in protest over the discharge of assistant postmaster W H Brand and three others. Postmaster Manley threatened to resign. The office closed and the postal service halted as strikers sent their resignations to Washington.

Pairmont W. H. Brand Charles H. Manler Binley Manney Washington

Munday Trial Closures Seek Five-Year Penalty

State's Attorney Mayes wrapped closing remarks in the case against former Lasalle Street Trust vice president Morris Munday, urging the commission of the crime and maximum penitentiary sentence of five years. He argued a fine would be a mere nuisance to those who commit theft, insisting the core question was whether to convict.

Morris C. B Munday Atttorney Mayes Tolay Lasalle Strne Trust and Savings Hank of Chieno Mayes

Cold snap expected with unsettled winter weather

A frigid front spreading from the Dakotas toward the Midwest and Northwest Oklahoma brings unsettled, cloudy skies and potential showers. Temperatures dip, with rain largely absent outside Dalai and Wyoming, while high pressure may push in from the coast later, cooling air spreading west of the Mississippi.

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Mother Lets Infant Die Under Doctor’s Choice

Aunt Hwilrner story reports a Chicago case of a deformed newborn the mother consents to allow to die rather than undergo surgery. Dr Haiselden faces criticism, insisting the infant’s death is a matter of conscience. The baby was born after the mother suffered serious typhoid illness last Friday.

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Even Ham not Safe in Chicago Water War Debate

Enoch Har nvile of Chicago opposes a canal connecting Chicago to the Mississippi River and criticizes railroad influence. He questions whether Illinois should seek federal favors, suggesting the state focus on tangible farming goods instead. He warns against political control of meat markets and condemns a meathouse run by politicians.

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Wedding Gift From President to Mrs Galt

President Thomas R. Marshall sends a wedding gift to Mrs Normen Galt a gorgeous Navajo blanket made in Northeastern Arizona The gift was delivered the same day Turret War rises Sail New York reports 30 alleged and 36 nurses sailing aboard the ship for London as the second Harvard unit likely to serve at a French hospital in Vase channel Athens notes Bert Kilheare Briviin war neers Tiny tas left Mudens Car le Gul Myuld purdiwula

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Villa Troops Defeated Near Naco In Mexican Offensive

Britain authorizes recognition of Carranza. In Sonora near Naco Villa forces are defeated as General Cardenas leads 2500 cavalry against Villa Verdy. Reports say Villa troops suffered heavy losses with civilians harmed. Washington awaits action on extending recognition while Carranza’s envoy notes British guarded advance.

Obregon to renew march from Agua Prieta push

Silha in tight place near Waco Ariz and Nogales reports Obregon ordered a general offensive against Francisco Villa. Carranza forces at Agus Prieta plan to move south, about 4000 men with nine field pieces and fourteen machine guns in position awaiting a southward advance. Villa’s only escape would be back toward Chihuahua as troops cluster near Arizpe, 75 miles southeast of Naco.

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Carranza Ments Officers Hold Conference at Savila

CARRANZA MENTS OFFICERS. LABEDO, Tex. Nov. 17. General Carranza and his party remain at Saviila as several prominent army men hold conferences with the first chief. Gen. Pablo Gonzales arrived from Mexico City to report to Carranza and will immediately return to that place.

Madame Sembrich III Resigns Relief Roles Amid Illness

Madame Marietta Sembrich has resigned as president of the American Foligi relief committee and vice president of the Polish Victims Relief Fund. Her professional engagements are cancelled from January. She has a nervous breakdown and bronchial ailment and will go south per doctor’s orders. Anne Sembrich has worked for Poland since the war’s start.

New York Dness Marietta Sumurich American-Foligi Relief Committee Polish Victimes Relief Fund Anne, Sembrich Poland

British hospital ship sunk by mine

British hospital ship Anglia was struck by a mine and sunk. The crew and patients were evacuated, with 885 saved in total. The incident underscores the peril to medical vessels during the conflict and prompts ongoing search and rescue efforts.

Wonden Mie

Allied Committee in War Session Reports Key Figures

The Allied War Committee met, led by British Premier Briand and French Premier Belond. Participants included J. Bulfeur of the admiralty, ministers of munition, and foreign affairs officials, with plans and discussions outlining war diplomacy and future actions.

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Austria Asked About Ancona Affair Inquiries Reach Vienna

Washington officials awaited details on the sinking of the Italian liner Ancona. Ambassador Penfield would seek a fuller Austrian response after an embassy report claimed deception and a German-flag submarine. Survivors later reported 208 or 298 saved from about 507 aboard.

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Tuscania Runs Ashore Near London After Voyage

The Anchor Line steamship Tuscania, departing Glasgow on November 1 for New York, ran ashore near London. She was refloated shortly after noon and is returning to Olney for inspection.

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White House talks ail to unite Democrats in New Jersey

In a Washington conference, President Wilson and New Jersey leaders pursue party cohesion. Governor Fletcher declares he will not seek the United States Senate, signaling a shift in state political plans and possible new nominations.

Monastir in perilous position amid Balkan thrust

Dispatches report Monastir southwest Serbia under threat as Bulgarian forces push toward Krusevo and Derlepe while Babuna Pass and Perlepe hinge on collapsing Serbian defenses. Allied troops retreat from Saloniki and Greece weighs its stance as Italian troops prepare to join Saloniki front amid volatile maneuvers along the Styr and eastern front tensions.

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Turmoil as Allied Forces Press In Balkans

Correspondent reports disaster and retreat near Saloniki as Serbian resistance weakens. Austro-German forces push south with reinforcements while allied fleets reinforce the front. Submarine menace grows as the Axis claims plans to seize advances and threaten key routes foothold.

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